Cook 2 – Experienced Catering Production Cook

TGiS Catering Services Inc; Los Angeles, Long Beach (CA, CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TGIS Catering is seeking an experienced Cook 2 for our main production kitchen in Long Beach. The successful candidate will review preparation lists, organize their station, and complete production with minimal supervision, under the chef's direction to ensure quality and timely output.

Responsibilities include preparing items per recipes, planning around event requirements, scaling quantities, coordinating with the team to stay on schedule, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, hotel, or another production kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking methods.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and prepare food in larger quantities.
• Good judgment about when to solve routine problems and when to consult the chef.
• Consistent attendance, clear communication, and a cooperative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare and cook assigned menu items using established recipes and production standards.
• Review daily preparation lists and event requirements to plan your work and meet deadlines.
• Prepare food in larger quantities while maintaining consistent flavor, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Check ingredients, quantities, and equipment before beginning production.
• Coordinate with the chef and kitchen team to keep food preparation on schedule.
• Report shortages, recipe questions, quality concerns, or potential delays early.
• Follow instructions for dietary restrictions and allergens, and ask for clarification before making substitutions.
• Ensure food is properly cooled, stored, labeled, packaged, and ready for event dispatch.
• Maintain an organized station and follow sanitation, temperature-control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist less-experienced cooks with assigned tasks and demonstrate proper kitchen practices.

Job description

TGIS Catering is hiring an experienced Cook 2 for our main production kitchen in Long Beach.

We are looking for a dependable cook who can review a preparation list, organize their station,

and complete assigned production with limited day-to-day supervision. You will work under the

chef's direction while taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and timely completion of

your work.

What You'll Do

Independently prepare and cook assigned menu items using established recipes and

production standards.

Review daily preparation lists and event requirements to plan your work and meet

deadlines.

Prepare food in larger quantities while maintaining consistent flavor, presentation, and

portion sizes.

Check ingredients, quantities, and equipment before beginning production.

Coordinate with the chef and kitchen team to keep food preparation on schedule.

Report shortages, recipe questions, quality concerns, or potential delays early.

Follow instructions for dietary restrictions and allergens, and ask for clarification before

making substitutions.

Ensure food is properly cooled, stored, labeled, packaged, and ready for event dispatch.

Maintain an organized station and follow sanitation, temperature-control, and workplace

safety procedures.

Assist less-experienced cooks with assigned tasks and demonstrate proper kitchen

practices.

What We're Looking For

Previous professional cooking experience in catering, banquet, restaurant, hotel, or another

production kitchen.

Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking methods.

Ability to follow recipes accurately and prepare food in larger quantities.

Ability to prioritize tasks and complete assignments without repeated reminders.

Good judgment about when to solve a routine problem and when to consult the chef.

Consistent attendance, clear communication, and a cooperative attitude.

Ability to work safely in a busy kitchen and perform essential duties, with reasonable

accommodation as needed. Success in this role means being prepared, staying organized, meeting production deadlines,

and delivering consistent food quality while keeping the chef informed.

Schedule and Availability

The regular shift is7:00 AM-3:30 PM. Employees generally havetwo days off per week, but

those days vary based on business needs and may not be consecutive. Weekend and holiday

availability is required when scheduled.

During peak weeks, overtime or additional workdays may be requested based on event volume.

Applicable overtime will be paid.

TGIS Catering is an equal opportunity employer.